Karnataka govt receives DPR for Madavara-Tumakuru Metro project
Bengaluru, May 23
The Karnataka government on Saturday received the Detailed Project Report for the proposed Madavara-Tumakuru Metro Rail project at Vidhana Soudha.
Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara received the DPR in the presence of Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Tushar Girinath, and senior officials of the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL). Parameshwara said the DPR would be placed before the state Cabinet for discussion and a decision.
The DPR report of the Madavara-Tumakuru Metro Rail project will be taken to the Cabinet. The proposal will be discussed there, and further decisions will be made accordingly, he stated.
It can be noted that the proposed 59.6-km metro extension from Madavara (Namma Metro's Green Line northern terminal) to Tumakuru is making rapid progress, with the Detailed Project Report (DPR) submitted in May 2026. Estimated to cost Rs 20,649 crore, this intercity corridor will feature 27 elevated stations and be developed via a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
Feasibility studies were completed by Aarvee Engineering Consultants to establish the technical and economic viability of this intercity route. BMRCL awarded the contract for the DPR to Aarvee Engineering Consultants, accelerating field surveys, traffic assessments, and geotechnical investigations.
The Detailed Project Report has been officially submitted to the government, paving the way for cabinet approvals, tendering, and construction.
Earlier, Parameshwara also defended his suggestion to link Tumakuru city with Bengaluru for investment promotion, which stirred a controversy, clarifying that he was not proposing a change in the identity of Tumakuru district.
"My suggestion should be understood in the right perspective. Considering Tumakuru city's proximity to Bengaluru, linking Bengaluru's name with Tumakuru city would help attract investments," he explained.
Drawing comparisons with urban development models elsewhere, Parameshwara said neighbouring cities are often integrated for economic growth while retaining their distinct identity.
"For example, Noida is part of the Delhi region, but it has retained its own identity. In other countries too, neighbouring cities are linked to ensure development," he said.
Accusing the BJP of opposing development initiatives, Parameshwara said Tumakuru should benefit from its proximity to Bengaluru and emerge as a major industrial and educational hub.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Rs 20,649 crore is a huge amount. I hope they do proper feasibility studies and not just rush into it. Tumakuru to Bengaluru is about 70 km by road, so 59.6 km metro makes sense. But will it be affordable for daily commuters? Ticket prices matter a lot for the common man.
Finally some good news for Tumakuru region! This will not only help in reducing traffic on NICE Road and NH-48 but also create employment opportunities. The PPP model is smart - private investment can speed up construction. Kudos to the government for pushing this forward. 👏
As someone who travels between Tumakuru and Bengaluru frequently, this is much needed. The current bus journey takes almost 2-3 hours depending on traffic. Metro in 45-60 minutes would be game-changing. Hope they maintain the same standards as Namma Metro.
Parameshwara's comparison with Noida is apt. But we need to ensure Tumakuru doesn't become just a dormitory town for Bengaluru. The district should retain its own identity and develop its own industries. Linking names shouldn't mean loss of identity. Hope the locals are consulted properly.
27 elevated stations in 59.6 km means stations every 2.2 km approx. That's good coverage. But I worry about land acquisition issues - that always delays metro projects in India. Also, Aarvee Engineering has done some good work before, so hopefully the DPR is solid. Let's see how the Cabinet responds.
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